welcome to the hollins technology college introduction to ks3
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Welcome to The Hollins Technology College
Introduction to KS3
GCSE Results 2014
Excellent results this year!
62% of students gained 5+ A*-C grades including English and maths
The best of all the schools in Hyndburn!
GCSE Results 2014
Excellent results this year!
English Maths
A*-C grades 72% 76%
Expected progress 81% 78%
Better than expected progress 44% 37%
Introduction to KS3
CATsSATs
TAs
SIP
DfE
SENCOATs
SEF
ITTE GAT
PLTS SEAL
KS3
Government Key Stages
Key Stage 1 : Ages 5-7Key Stage 2: Ages 7-11Key Stage 3: Ages 11-14Key Stage 4: Ages 14-16Key Stage 5: Ages 16-18
Assessment
Regular assessment
Was levels at key stages 1-3, now removed
GCSE grades at Key Stage 4 but...............
Assessment
Information every term
Progress:“Above expectations”
“In line with expectations”
“Below expectations”
Behaviour for LearningHomework
AttendanceLatesBehaviour pointsMerits
Assessment
1) Key stage 2 results
2) CATs:a) Indicator of future success
b) Next week
Baseline Assessments
Teaching Groups• 6 teaching groups based on ability
• KS2 information
• Set changes occur at various times
• Mixed ability groups in technology and PE
Curriculum
• Maths• English• Science• Technology
• French• Computing• PE/games
• Art• Performing arts (Mu/Dm)
• History• Geography• RE/PSHE/citizenship
• Learning to learn
How to help your child
Take an active interest
Talk to them!!!
Look at exercise books
Check homework diaries
Supervise homework
Rewards and Sanctions
Records of AchievementAttendance certificates
Merits: SIMS and plannerDepartmental certificates
Postcards and letters of praiseACIS certificate
ActivitiesClubsSports
Extra lessonsHomework club
Extended servicesMusic and dance
What’s On?
Attendance
Mrs L. Heys
Communication
Year 7 Progress eveningParents’ eveningAssessment informationHomework diaryWebsiteEmailLetterTelephoneCome into school
Communication
Strength of the Partnership…..
And finally…
Get involved with school
One parent governor vacancy
Extended Schools
Co-ordinator
Mr Ahmed